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LED Hood Scoop Mod

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by rkfoote, Oct 24, 2011.

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  1. Oct 24, 2011 at 1:44 PM
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    LED Hood Scoop
    I'll make a video at night and post it. But to answer a few questions:

    • There is absolutely no glare off the hood. This was a concern of mine during the project, but no glare. My truck in magnetic gray. But I doubt a white version would have any issues.
    • Light coverage - The stock fog lights fill out the sides of the truck immediately in front of me. The LED fills out the rest of the world about 10 feet in front. Side to side, top to bottom. The wide would probably be a little better if not sunk quite as far into the scoop (inside about 1 ~ 1.5"), but still awesome.
    • Legality... This is probably in the eyes of the cop that pulls me over :). I don't have any intention of using this onroad unless out in the middle of nowhere. Then all the time.
    • Scrolling LED messages, etc... If you have a hood scoop you know it's almost directly in line with rear window of most cars in front of you. I pity the fool that cuts me off next...

     
    rkfoote, Oct 24, 2011
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  2. Oct 24, 2011 at 2:03 PM
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    red yoda

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    looks great man. lets see some night pic
     
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  3. Oct 25, 2011 at 10:56 PM
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    rkfoote, Oct 25, 2011
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  4. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:07 PM
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    damn! i want one! thats so badass! im amazed at how well it lights up the road
     
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  5. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:17 PM
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    Hmmmmm it looks weird in the scoop but the light output is amazing :D I need to get me a led light bar

    Nice job OP :thumbsup:
     
    Jerez, Oct 25, 2011
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  6. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:19 PM
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    crap bolted and welded together....
    Jesus, that thing does work. Post a full writeup on model if light bar, and install when you. Get a chance.
     
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  7. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:26 PM
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    That is sick man.. Nice work :thumbsup:
     
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  8. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:26 PM
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    that is awesome!! finally some function to the scoop.. other than looks.
    i agree this needs a full write up!!
     
    JRSYJAY, Oct 25, 2011
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  9. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:32 PM
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    I like it...that REALLY puts out some light!

    And it may technically be illegal, but come on now...who REALLY cares? In CO, modified suspensions are technically illegal, window tint, loud exhausts, tires outside the fender lines, etc...I say keep on modding! If you get a ticket, then you can complain.

    Here's another thought...for the $350 or so you'll spend on the Specter unit, how much light could you throw down the road with Hella / PIAA HIDs for less money? Would it be as cool?




    .
     
    AntiTrust, Oct 25, 2011
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  10. Oct 25, 2011 at 11:56 PM
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    Rkfoote> Great freaking Idea!! Awesome, so I have more reasons to get a sporty hood.. :D
     
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  11. Oct 26, 2011 at 12:03 AM
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    ^^^^^^^^^^ FAIL ^^^^^^^

    Doesn't look "useless" to me......
     
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  12. Oct 26, 2011 at 12:18 AM
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    I have to admit when I read the title and saw the pic I said "oh lord no", But WOW! That works VERY well!!!
    Props OP.
     
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  13. Oct 26, 2011 at 12:37 AM
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    sick
     
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  14. Oct 26, 2011 at 1:02 AM
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    works well. nice work.
     
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  15. Oct 26, 2011 at 1:09 AM
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    Thats 100 times brighter than Phillips DRL kit
     
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  16. Oct 26, 2011 at 5:11 AM
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    looks awesome man. love the video
     
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  17. Oct 26, 2011 at 5:24 AM
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    Looks and works great! Thanks for the video.
     
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  18. Oct 26, 2011 at 5:46 AM
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    Awesome video but none of the pictures show up for me (stupid work proxy). Can someone repost the pictures? I am super interested in doing this myself with that very same light bar.
     
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  19. Oct 26, 2011 at 6:25 AM
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    Outstanding Video!
     
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  20. Oct 26, 2011 at 6:54 AM
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    Wow. Looks great! Nice work!
     
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